Lynnewood Gardens
1 - 3 Beds
$1,360 - $2,660
$1,400 /month
1549 N 56th St, Philadelphia, PA 19131
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What This Townhouse Offers
Welcome home to this beautifully updated second-floor residence at 1549 N 56th St in the heart of West Philadelphia’s Carroll Park neighborhood. This inviting... apartment blends classic Philadelphia front porch victorian charm with modern comfort inside. Bright and airy living spaces, generous natural light, and a thoughtfully designed layout is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy well appointed spaces with high ceilings, tall windows, large bedrooms, and a welcoming atmosphere that instantly feels like home. The home is renovated throughout with neutral cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, built in microwave and granite counters in the kitchen. The large hall bath is also renovated with crisp white tile and nickel fixtures. An off-street parking space is also available for an additional $100 per month — a rare and valuable convenience in the city. Tenant pays electric, gas, cable and $35 water fee per month. This is an exceptional opportunity - Schedule your private tour today and experience everything this wonderful home has to offer.
Unit
- $1,400 / month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Basement
1549 N 56th St is a townhome for rent in Philadelphia, PA
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1925
- Victorian Architecture
- Architectural Shingle Roof
- Brick Exterior Construction
- End Unit Townhome
- Plaster Walls
- Masonry
- Stone Foundation
- Entry on the 2nd floor
Interior Spaces
- Dual Staircase
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- 1528 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
Kitchen
- Gas Oven or Range
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Tile or Brick
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms
- Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels
Basement
- Unfinished Basement
Parking
- Driveway
Lot Details
- 4494 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Lot Dimensions are 42.00 x 107.00
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
- Cable TV Available
- Natural Gas Available
- Phone Available
- Sewer Available
- Public Water Source
- Water Available
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- 100 Amp Service
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $1,400
- Requires 2 Months of Rent Paid Up Front
- 12-Month Min and 24-Month Max Lease Term
- Available 2026-05-15
- $50 Application Fee
- Assessor Parcel Number 041351100
- Tenant pays for electricity, cable TV, cooking fuel, gas, hot water, insurance, light bulbs/filters/fuses/alarm care, parking fee, utilities - some, heat, internet, water
- The owner pays for common area maintenance
- Rent includes common area maintenance, grounds maintenance, HVAC maint, sewer, trash removal
- $50 Repair Deductible
- No Smoking Allowed
- Coming Soon on 2026-05-15
- Residential Lease
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Carroll Park Subdivision
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Destination Address
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Get In Touch
Property Address: 1549 N 56th St,
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Listed by
Kimberlee M Tonetti | BHHS Fox & Roach-HaverfordPhone Number: (610) 721-6006
Copyright © 2026 Bright MLS, Inc.
Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable90 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Somewhat drivable30 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Scores provided by 
Soundscore ™
Active74 / 100
Scores provided by
HowLoud
Travel and Transit
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Airport
Philadelphia International
25 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Universal Bluford Charter School
Grades K-8
Public
Heston Edward School
Grades PK-8
Public
Our Lady Of The Blessed Sacrament School
Grades PK-8
Private
Overbrook High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Colonas Kidz Academic Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
St Joseph's Univ., Phila.
Drive: 7 min (2 mi)
C.C. of Philadelphia, W Ctr
Drive: 5 min (2 mi)
Philadelphia Osteopathic
Drive: 8 min (2.9 mi)
University of the Sciences
Drive: 9 min (3.1 mi)
Discover Carroll Park, Philadelphia, PA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1549 N 56th St proximity to Overbrook Plaza, Progress Haddington Plaza, and Park West Town Center. Overbrook Plaza is 0.3 miles away, and Progress Haddington Plaza is within a 14 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 1549 N 56th St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 2.7 miles. Transit options include 56Th Street And Lansdowne Avenue and Lansdowne Avenue And 57Th Street.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1549 N 56th St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.4 miles, including Fairmount Park, Please Touch Museum, and Shofuso - Japanese House and Garden.
Airports
Living in Carroll Park provides easy access to Philadelphia International, located just 23 minutes from 1549 N 56th St. Another nearby airport is Trenton Mercer, located 37.9 miles away.
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